Alliance of International Aromatherapists upcoming events

AIA Research Academy - Research Methods for Practitioners: Learning from a Systematic Review with Marco Valussi, BSc. (Hons) Herbal Medicine (July 20, 2026)

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 19:00:00 GMT

AIA Research Academy

Research Methods for Practitioners: Learning from a Systematic Review

with Marco Valussi, BSc. (Hons) Herbal Medicine

Here are all the details:

What: AIA Research Academy Live Webinar

Topic: Why Research Matters: Science, Bias and Critical Thinking

When: July 20, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM MT (Click here for your local time)

If you are not a member of the AIA and attending as a guest, please make sure to sign up to become an AIA Research Academy Member on the homepage and create a profile so that you can access the assessment. It is free to become an AIA Research Academy Member.

Learner Outcomes:

Be able to discuss what science is, and why it relies on specific concepts and methods.

Be able to discriminate between poor or fraudulent research and pseudoscience.

Be able to elaborate on the different risks involved pseudoscience.

This presentation will present arguments to support the idea that before conducting scientific research we should have a broader understanding of what science is and why we should, as individuals and as members of the aromatherapy community, engage with it. Without this broader understanding, we risk using scientific tools mechanically, which limits both their effectiveness and our ability to interpret results, and to examine critically our own actions and beliefs.

Marco Valussi is a qualified, UK-trained, clinical herbalist (BSc. (Hons.)) and aromatherapist (ITHMA). He has been working in this field for 30 years, and over the years has moved from clinical work to consultancy, independent research and teaching. He teaches clinical herbalism and aromatherapy at various University Masters, has published two university textbooks on essential oils’ science and Materia Medica, an introductory text for beginners and more than 20 scientific papers (https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9108-848X). He also works as a consultant for the essential and distillation industry, and for NGOs operating in the field of traditional medicine.

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By registering for this webinar, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

Prohibition of AI Notetakers and Recorders: The use of AI-powered note-taking tools, automated recorders, or similar technologies is strictly prohibited during the webinar.

Recording and Redistribution: The webinar may not be recorded, reproduced, or redistributed in any form without explicit written permission from the organizers.

By attending, you agree to comply with these guidelines to ensure the privacy and integrity of the session.

AIA Colorado Aromatic Conversations with Jodi Kelsey (July 24, 2026)

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 22:00:00 GMT

AIA Colorado Area

Aromatic Conversations

with Jodi Kelsey

Here are the Details:

What: AIA Live Webinar

Topic: Growing Knowledge: General Formulations

When: July 24, 2026

Time: 4:00 pm MT

Where: Zoom

Click here to Register

Join us for a collaborative discussion on formulations that have been a part of our toolbox recently. Whether a new blend, a refined favorite recipe, or a newly discovered effective formulation through research or clinical practice, we're open to all who'd like to share their experience. From skincare and herbal preparations to aromatherapy blends and wellness products, this is an opportunity to exchange ideas, discuss ingredients and formulation strategies, and learn from one another's successes.

Learner Outcomes:

Discuss the plants that are currently inspiring your work, studies, or personal interests.
Learn from others’ experiences with cultivating, using, and exploring aromatic and medicinal plants.
Leave with new insights, ideas, and connections to support your ongoing plant journey.

Jodi Kelsey is a retired Air Force logistics officer, educator, consultant, formulator, and founder of 3Js Pure Botanicals. Since 2013, she has focused on plant-based healing to support a more natural lifestyle, specializing in botanical skincare crafted with essential oils, herbs, and hydrosols. She holds MS degrees in Aromatherapy and Herbal Medicine from the American College of Healthcare Sciences and has trained with the Aromatic Wisdom Institute, the School for Aromatic Studies, the Herbal Academy, Kami McBride, and Susan Parker. Jodi combines science, tradition, and creativity to teach and advocate for the therapeutic power of plants.

AIA Research Academy - Systematic Review in Practice with Marco Valussi, BSc. (Hons) Herbal Medicine (August 11, 2026)

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:00:00 GMT

AIA Research Academy

Systematic Review in Practice

with Marco Valussi, BSc. (Hons) Herbal Medicine

Here are all the details:

What: AIA Research Academy Live Webinar

Topic: Why Research Matters: Science, Bias and Critical Thinking

When: August 11, 2026

Time: 1:00 PM MT (Click here for your local time)

Learner Outcomes:

Be able to discuss the merits of a systematic approach to evidence evaluation

Be able to use simple systematic tools such as PICO to structure the analysis of a paper

Be able to understand the importance of a quality assessment

Arguments will be presented supporting the claim that a systematic approach to scientific literature is paramount to reach meaningful conclusions about evidence, and the main differences between systematic methods vs. non-systematic ones (e.g. narrative reviews) will be explained. Lastly, diving into the specific steps of an ideal systematic review, exemplifying each step by using our own systematic review on essential oils and viruses.

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By registering for this webinar, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:

Prohibition of AI Notetakers and Recorders: The use of AI-powered note-taking tools, automated recorders, or similar technologies is strictly prohibited during the webinar.

Recording and Redistribution: The webinar may not be recorded, reproduced, or redistributed in any form without explicit written permission from the organizers.

By attending, you agree to comply with these guidelines to ensure the privacy and integrity of the session.

AIA Aromatics in Action® 2026 Conference: Rooted in History • Vision for the Future - Sponsor Registration (September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FULL SPONSOR & EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS

If you are looking to register as a conference exhibitor, please refer here

AIA Aromatics in Action® 2026 Conference: Rooted in History • Vision for the Future - Exhibitor Registration (September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 06:00:00 GMT

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FULL SPONSOR & EXHIBITOR PROSPECTUS

If you are looking to register as a conference sponsor, please refer here

AIA Aromatics in Action® 2026 Conference: Rooted in History • Vision for the Future - Attendee Registration (In-Person) (September 23, 2026)

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:30:00 GMT

Join Us for the AIA 2026 Aromatics In Action® Conference

Rooted in History • Vision for the Future

September 24-26, 2026

at Kanuga Conference Center

For details on conference sessions and options, please refer to the Attendee Adventure Guide.

A walkthrough video of the registration process can be found here: https://youtu.be/eFzuHmVXTMc

If you would like to watch the full video of our Kickoff webinar, you can access that here: https://youtu.be/Zs1WAFIBIZI

This is the registration for attending the conference in-person. If you are interested in registering for the Online Recorded Access option, it can be found here: https://www.alliance-aromatherapists.org/event-6510758

AIA Aromatics in Action® 2026 Conference: Rooted in History • Vision for the Future - Attendee Registration (Online Recorded Access) (September 24, 2026)

Thu, 24 Sep 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Join Us for the AIA 2026 Aromatics In Action® Conference

Rooted in History • Vision for the Future

The conference is in-person only, however sessions will be recorded. Online Recorded Access Tuition includes unlimited access to the conference session recordings in the AIA Classroom, which will be made available post-conference.

This is the registration for the Online Recorded Access. If you are interested in attending the conference in-person, the registration can be found here: https://www.alliance-aromatherapists.org/event-6291725